Nylon Type L-2B Flight Jacket - Black FW25 and a detachable shoulder strap

and a detachable shoulder strap for cross-body wear

resulting in subtle irregular neps on the face and beautiful cross-hatch patterning against the diagonal grain of the weave

designed with heavy-duty hardware and a roomier

not buttons

This CPO-style work shirt combines key elements from both our classic work and CPO style shirts

Nylon Type L-2B Flight Jacket - Black FW25 and a detachable shoulder strapFirst issued to US Air Force pilots in the early 1950s, the Type L 2B flight jacket was originally designed as a lightweight alternative to the bulky MA 1. By stripping away non essential pockets and heavy insulation, the L 2B was much sleeker than its predecessors, offering pilots enhanced comfort and manoeuvrability while in the cockpit. However, like many military surplus designs, this now iconic jacket was quickly embraced by the American youth